Personal Care Workers – Aged Care

Would you like to work in a beautiful environment that allows you the opportunity to engage with our residents and assist them in living their best life?

Sawtell Catholic Care is a dynamic, innovative aged care organisation offering quality, inspirational living experiences to its resident community.   We can tell you what it is in two words – the ones that appear on our logo “We Care”. These are much more than just words to us – they’re a living, breathing, daily affirmation of our mission and vision. We care about our residents, their quality of life, their dignity, their independence, their individual journey…. and that makes all the difference. 

We are looking for experienced, professional Personal Carers who will be responsible for providing personal care services to meet the individual needs of residents of Mater Christi to maintain their safety, comfort and dignity.  This care is provided as part of a holistic, person-centred care model that takes account of residents’ needs, whether physical, emotional, social or spiritual.

What We Need from You:

• Minimum Certificate III in Individual Support
• Previous work experience as a care professional in an aged care environment
• Experience in dementia care will be an advantage

What We Are Offering:

• Casual position with possible permanent/part-time opportunities
• 11% super and your choice of fund
• Salary Sacrifice options available
• Work-life balance options
• On-going learning and development opportunities

The requirements for this role are outlined in the position description & include:

• Undertaking tasks to support daily living for our residents
• Assist with mobilisation using appropriate equipment
• Provide support for residents with cognitive impairment and apply behaviour management strategies as per care plans
• Support meal services in line with identified resident needs
• Assist the lifestyles team when needed to promote programs that encourage social engagement and movement activities

Previous experience in a similar position will be highly regarded.   

If you are interested in applying for this position please provide a brief covering letter outlining your experience relevant to the role along with a copy of your CV.

Please click the ‘Apply for this Job’ button to submit your application.

Enquiries relating to this position can be addressed to the Human Resources Manager at [email protected]